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Morning News
Thursday, August 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Jupiter. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is asking residents to report and share photos of the rare rainbow snake, a nonvenomous reptile that has not been seen since February 2020 + sighting reports will help track its current habitat and support conservation efforts. Palm Beach Daily News
- ➤ Today, Hurricane Erin is causing big swells and beach erosion along the east coast that threaten sea turtle nests and hatchlings—experts from Loggerhead Marinelife Center report that strong waves may wash away nests from over 20,000 recorded along 9.5 miles of northern Palm Beach County beach. WPBF
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The railroad crossing at Donald Ross Road in Jupiter closed at 6 p.m. Wednesday for scheduled maintenance and will reopen Saturday at midnight—drivers should follow posted detour routes on Alternate A1A and Military Trail. Authorities in Palm Beach Gardens will also enforce closures on Northlake Boulevard starting Saturday. WPBF
- ➤ Jupiter police chief Michael Barbera will retire on Oct. 3 after nearly 30 years of service when he meets a mandatory retirement requirement through the Florida Retirement System’s Deferred Retirement Option Program — DROP. The town will announce plans for a new police chief closer to his retirement date. The Palm Beach Post
- ➤ Florida East Coast Railway began track maintenance that closed eastern lanes on Donald Ross Road in Jupiter between Alternate A1A and Military Trail from Aug.20 6 p.m. to Aug.23 midnight, and lanes on Northlake Boulevard between Alternate A1A and Mac Arthur Boulevard will close from Aug.23 6 p.m. to Aug.26 midnight for the work. Traffic will be detoured with westbound drivers on Donald Ross Road sent along Alternate A1A to Indiantown Road or PGA Boulevard, eastbound drivers along Military Trail, and Northlake Boulevard drivers following Alternate A1A north to PGA Boulevard and Congress Avenue to Blue Heron Boulevard (police will direct traffic). The Palm Beach Post
SEASONAL NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR One of our top fall decor picks is this true-to-life fall foliage garland. It’s perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more. The Buy
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Abacoa Food Truck Invasion
5:30-10 p.m. — Abacoa Amphitheater — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of gourmet food trucks and live music in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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True Rumours: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute
8:00-11:30 p.m. — Double Roads Tavern & Live Music — Free entry — Experience the legendary sounds and vibes of Fleetwood Mac with the most authentic tribute band.
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JH Outback Labor Day BBQ
12-4 p.m. — Carlin Park — Free entry — Celebrate Labor Day with food, games, and fellowship by the beach.
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Falling for Fall: Our Favorite Early Autumn Decor Picks
Psst. Is it too soon to say…boo? Look away, summer fans. If you’re ready for fall, read on for our top decor picks:
- This true-to-life fall foliage garland is perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more.
- Add these pumpkin-shaped “Hello Fall” coasters to your dinner table or coffee bar.
- Pet + autumn lovers, this embroidered ”Happy Pawtumn” hand towel may be your favorite find of the season.
- Sprinkle these cute ceramic ghosts around the house for an understated nod to Halloween.
- Create a beautiful autumnal tablescape with this burlap runner + best-selling set of assorted mini pumpkins, leaves, and acorns.
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